About Korrin Barrett

If it doesn’t challenge you it doesn’t change you…and it was through the survival of a life threatening illness that Korrin’s life changed forever!

Late in 2012, Korrin went from a super fit, healthy and happy 33 year old to suddenly fighting for her life in hospital. A perforated bowel, sepsis and multiple organ failure led to 9 days in an induced coma, over 4 weeks in ICU on ECMO, 25+ surgeries including the removal of her large colon, amputations to both legs and both arms and a total of 7.5 months in hospital doing extensive rehabilitation to learn to walk again and to try and live as independently as she possibly could, BUT SHE NEVER GAVE UP!

In The Media

01Mar2018

Late in 2017 I was asked to submit an entry for the Annual Attitude TV Epic Award. Craig put together this video of some of the epic adventures I've had to date...but it doesn't stop here! Remember to Live Life Unlimited!
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16Nov2017

Recently Korrin featured in the Australian magazine Take 5 and NZ magazine Lucky Break. She shared exactly how she became a Quad Amputee back in 2012 and how she has overcome this to empower others. You can read the article below (if you are unable to read the article here, p ..

06Jun2017

Five years ago Korrin's life turned upside down when she contracted sepsis which resulted in amputations to her limbs. Find out the answers to questions she gets asked all the time! Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Watch the video here:
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25Apr2017

When Korrin lost her hands and feet to septicaemia, Craig was by her side the whole time. Korrin had to learn to do everything again, from eating to walking to doing her make up. Life looks different now, as Korrin travels as a speaker but Craig is still right by her side and ..

Public Speaking

Resilience & Overcoming Adversity.
Building Your Personal Brand.
Why Goals are Good For You.
The Art of Appreciation.

Living Life Unlimited.
Leading With Courage.
Overcoming Depression and Self Doubt.
Bullying & Body Image.

Testimonials

"I first met Korrin 2 years ago - not a week has gone by since that I don't remember her story - her power - her inspiration.
Having hosted hundreds of corporate events - her story - her ability to capture a room - her ability to keep it real - is one of the best I've seen. Her inspiration is something that EVERYONE needs to be exposed to at least once in their lives.
Korrin is one of the most talented and engaging speakers I've witnessed!"

~ Ben Davis - Drive Presenter 4BC Radio - 1116am ~

"Korrin Barrett is the truest example of someone living life to the fullest. I have known Korrin for just on five years and I have never met someone so full of life and positivity even in the tough times. Her courageousness and willingness to spread cheer and goodwill needs to be bottled and sold. Korrin easily had the breakfast gathering of Office Professionals in the palm of her hand at the annual Office Professionals Day Breakfast in May 2013. Her account of the journey she took from a well human being to an extremely ill human being and back again, is touching, uplifting and inspiring. Korrin is definitely someone you want to have at your next event if you are looking for a great personality, sense of humour and positivity."

""Korrin spoke to 500 students at our school in 2017 and for many students, her speech was the highlight of their week. They talked about Korrin for days and so many of them said how great it was to hear from a “real person” about their experiences, challenges and successes. The icing on the cake was the proposal story and the helicopter flight with Richie!
It is so important for our young people to see examples of resilience and Korrin’s positivity and enthusiasm for life, despite what she has been dealt, was infectious. We would highly recommend Korrin as a speaker for both students and adults alike.""

""Korrin delivered a heartfelt, polished and professional presentation to our students in 2017. Korrin took care in consultation with the college to align her presentation with our current focus and vision. These factors ensured that the delivery was targeted with a significant and lasting impact upon our student body.""

~ Jason Reid - Principal - Mackenzie College, NZ ~

"On behalf of our CEO Gary Mahon and the QTA Board of Directors, I would like to formally thank you for contributing to the success of our sixth QTA International Women’s Day Event in Brisbane. We greatly appreciate your commitment to our event and the professionalism of your presentation. Thank you for sharing your personal anecdotes and the realities of the recovery you have endured. Your positivity, passion for life and resilience all shone through and you inspired everyone in the room.
We have received very positive feedback about the event, and in particular, about your honesty and willingness to share your story. Your courage and tenacity to make your way in the world is amazing and we are so lucky to have had you a part of our event this year. Once again, I thank you for your valued contribution and your generosity in sharing your experiences. I hope you enjoyed the morning and that the experience with your fellow speakers was positive and worthwhile for you." "

"Korrin is a truly inspirational person who is always positive and looking to her next challenge. I asked Korrin to speak publicly, for the very first time, in May 2013 at our annual Office Professional's Day breakfast. She not only owned the stage but had a heart-felt message, with a few tears and lots of laughs for everyone present.

Korrin speaks from the heart and draws on her unstoppable determination. I would highly recommend Korrin as a mentor, speaker, educator, coach and ambassador for whatever she sets out to achieve.

Korrin's achievements are amazing and she has become an unstoppable force. Her courage and willpower are immeasurable and whilst she might not admit it – she is one truly inspirational lady!
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~ Louise Burton - Former President of the Australian Institute for Office Professionals QLD ~

""Korrin Barrett presented at our 2018 International Women’s Day soiree for senior student leaders. Her presentation was great. She generously shared her story with us, and despite the horrific impact that the sepsis had on her, Korrin presented a real, courageous attitude that embraces opportunity and life. This role modelling of gratitude, hope and humour has left a very positive impact on all who attended.""

"MBBC boys were thoroughly engaged by Korrin’s inspiring story of courage and hope. By sharing her journey, Korrin shows us that life can throw you curve balls but it is during those times of challenge that we understand just how strong we are and anything is possible if we set our minds to it."

Swam with Sharks at Sealife Underwater World - 2015

From The Blog

02Nov2016

One of the many tasks I was required to do on my first day of OT training with my new Bebionic Small Hand...watch till the end, I have a lot to learn 😂
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15Jul2016

Happy Friday and welcome to the weekend
So it turns out I'm allergic to Celebrex...just a simple little anti-inflammatory but not for me obviously after we figured out it was the culprit I was given Phenergan and a hydrocortisone injection...I zonked out about 20 min ..

Charities

The Common Good is a national (and before long international!) campaign to connect generous people who care about fighting health problems to the researchers making it happen.

It’s a movement of people who want to change our destiny and ensure we have a longer and healthier life ahead of us.
The Common Good allows us to remove the shackles of our location – because where we live is not where the cause lives. Poor health is universal and the only way to increase our effectiveness is to give more people the opportunity to be involved.

Find out more about The Common Good and start making the world better today.

"Wings of Destiny's prime objective and purpose is to assist women who have experienced Domestic Violence to rebuild, recover and heal. Wings of Destiny provides tools through their program and other resources, for affected women, to live confidently with self belief and inner empowerment.

It is Wings of Destiny absolute and prime mission to ensure no woman, that has suffered domestic violence, feels or believes they are defined by their past".

"Empowering Women after Domestic Violence"

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